Thankful.

For God, and His Word that are always true.
Even when I doubt.
And for His great love and mercy for us
every. single. day.

Thankful.


For people who make meals.
And come to lend a helping hand.
And take time out of their busy days,
to call and check on us.

Thankful.

For friends who listen to me rant and cry.
And rant and cry with me.
And those who know when to talk about everything else.
Or don't know what to say, but are always, always there.

Thankful.


For family who love us.
Who support and encourage us.
Who would drop anything at a moment's notice,
and who are behind us all the way.

Thankful.


For prayers.
From literally all over.
From those who know us,
And those we've never met.
Who love our girl from near,
and far.

Thankful.


For those who text,
or email,
or call,
To uplift, encourage and love us,
when we cannot fathom another step.

Thankful.

For ipads,
and pillows,
and snuggly blankets,
and books,
and balloons,
and gift cards,
and apple squeezies,
and treats for siblings as well.

Thankful.


For a husband who does more than his fair share.
For sons who know in your voice when it's been a hard day.
For little girls who are oblivious to tear-streaked faces.
For a daughter-in-law as your cherished friend.

Thankful.


For laughter,
And chaos,
And loud girl chatter.
For snuggles,
And rocking chairs,
And stories at  bedtime.

Thankful.


For date nights at home.
For your spouse as your very best friend.
For 28 years of undying love.
For never forgetting to say "I love you" in little ways.

Thankful.


For a new way to look at life.
For cherishing moments.
And making memories.
Each as it's own special  treasure,
imprinted on our hearts.

Thankful.



For having what really matters most....

Thankful.